Police Department

Mission: The Elkins Police Department will provide public safety and maintain order while upholding the United States Constitution and the West Virginia Constitution.

About the department: The department consists of a police chief, 11 sworn law-enforcement officers, and one non-sworn administrative personnel. The department also has two K-9 officers, Macy and Armor.

Our principles: In everything we do, members of the Elkins Police Department pledge to follow these principles:

Integrity: We will always do what is morally, ethically, and legally correct—regardless of risk to ourselves.

Fairness: We will treat everyone we encounter impartially, without favoritism or bias.

Respect: We will accord everyone dignity and courtesy.

Professionalism: We will always deliver services that are of the highest quality, and we will take every opportunity to improve and further strengthen our ability to protect the public.

Alerts

Holiday and garbage schedule

Elkins City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 22nd and Friday, November 23rd in observance of Thanksgiving. Garbage normally picked up on Monday (11/19) will be picked up starting at 6 a.m. on Sunday (11/18). Garbage normally picked up on Thursday (11/22) will be picked up starting at 6 a.m. on Wednesday (11/21). Garbage picked up Tuesday (11/20), Wednesday (11/21) and Friday (11/23) will be on regular schedule.

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